Photos by Chad KoenenThe New York Mills Cultural Center was filled with everything from super heroes to sports legends and a few princesses during the annual community Halloween celebration on Saturday. The day featured a variety of arts and crafts projects, games and plenty of candy. In addition to the event at the Cultural Center,… Read More

New TVs to replace SMART Boards, provide new learning opportunities By Tucker Henderson Reporter During the week of MEA break, the IT team at New York Mills School updated the former SMART Boards with state-of-the-art ViewSonic IFPs (Interactive Flat Panel). These new screens are a timely upgrade from the former SMART Boards being used throughout the district…. Read More

Camp was held at Faith Haven near Battle Lake 4-H Junior Leader Workshop (JLW)-“Ignite Your Spark” was held October 21 at Faith Haven Camp near Battle Lake.  The camp is designed to inspire and enable each participant to uncover unique abilities, develop greater confidence and master strategies for success as a leader in their 4-H program. … Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent The Phelps Mill foundation is in need of repairs, and funding to help Otter Tail County in this endeavor has come from the state of Minnesota. A grant of $275,500 is coming to the county from the Minnesota State Historical Society. “There is a required county match,” says Deputy County Administrator Nick… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent County commissioners, on Oct. 26, voted to proceed with a cautious approach to cleaning Ditch 25 near Big McDonald Lake, northwest of Dent and close to County Highway 35. Key issues are water quality and water quantity. Property owners north of Highway 35 would like to see Ditch 25 cleaned south of… Read More

Former para offers Host Home in rural Perham By Barbie Porter Editor, Frazee-Vergas Forum The Groff family of rural Frazee began adding strangers to their family in 2011. Lori and David Groff became a Host Home provider, which offers family-style living for individuals with  disabilities.  “Those we host become a part of our family in all aspects; living… Read More

Cultural Center to host singer on November 5 The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is hosting  Chris Koza in concert on Friday, Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Koza is a performing artist who utilizes his comforting and raw vocals to sway people into his compositions. A composer and performer, originally from the Pacific Northwest, Koza… Read More

Mothers Against Drunk Driving-Minnesota (MADD) held its Statewide Recognition Awards event on October 19, at the Earle Brown Heritage Center in Brooklyn Center.  MADD presents these awards to “honor and thank all of you for your dedicated services to Minnesota and your communities and for your partnership with MADD’s mission to end drunk driving and drugged driving.” … Read More

Tri-County Health Care is changing the COVID-19 test result notification process. In an effort to reduce clinical workload, negative test results will be predominantly communicated via MyChart and mail. Patients with positive test results will be contacted by phone and MyChart. It is strongly recommended that patients sign up and use MyChart. This service allows for… Read More

John Lindblom, DO, is the newest member of the Tri-County Health Care team. Dr. Lindblom practices osteopathic medicine and will see patients as a primary care provider. Osteopathic medicine brings a holistic approach to patient care – treating the entire person rather than just the symptoms. DOs focus on preventive care to help patients develop attitudes… Read More